A few days ago we announced the pregnancy of Dr. Gemma Piñán. During pregnancy it is vitally important to take into account how this situation can affect our teeth.
Below, Dr. Piñán informs us about how pregnancy can affect the oral cavity and what we must take into account to prevent possible dental pathologies.
Inadequate oral health in the mother can be related to problems in the foetus.
During pregnancy, women undergo a series of physiological changes in their bodies. In the mouth, alterations such as inflammation of the gums or the appearance of caries are frequent. These are ‘normal’ situations associated with pregnancy, but they are not and can and should be avoided.
It is essential to prevent and treat periodontal pathology to avoid its worsening during pregnancy.
Gestational gingivitis occurs in two out of three pregnant women.
Women should start their pregnancy with good oral health as part of pregnancy care.
Fifty percent of women with gingivitis before pregnancy may experience a worsening of their periodontal health during pregnancy.
Hormonal changes in women, especially pregnancy, cause changes in periodontal health that must be properly controlled.
If you are planning a pregnancy, the right thing to do would be to have an oral check-up beforehand to detect and solve any pathology present.
Between 60% and 75% of pregnant women have gingivitis, but it has been observed that the influence of hormones in the mouth can be reduced with good oral hygiene.
